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Great Websites for Researching Nail Health

by Debbie Doerrlamm

There is a wealth of information about nail diseases and nail health online. Our online correspondent, Debbie Doerrlamm, takes you to some top sites.

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Pseudomonas

by Staff

Having a nail infection is never fun, but luckily pseudomonas bacteria is one nail disease that can be eliminated fairly easily. Find out what causes the “greenies” and how you can ensure your clients won’t have ever have to deal with this ugly disorder.

• Technique

This Little Piggy…

by Trina Kleist

Have you ever wondered why so many odd things happen to the little toe? One clue as to why lies within the toe’s structure — and other clues lie within our genes.

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Is it Truly Pterygium?

by Staff

Most techs will see overgrown cuticles once in awhile. But that fairly common condition can be easily confused with pterygium, a rare nail condition that should not be serviced.

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Help Desk: What Can I Do About Elderly Client's Peeling Nails?

by Staff

This month's panelists answer reader questions about nail conditions.

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The Aging Foot

by Trina Kleist

Our feet — along with our activities— change as we mature. From hereditary problems to injuries, our feet often take a pounding the older we get. Help your clients take care of their feet throughout their lifetime to ensure good foot health into old age.

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The Help Desk Answers Your Technical and Health Questions

by Staff

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In the Thick Of It

by Erin Barajas

Well-groomed cuticles can make a good manicure spectacular. Yet, while their importance is without question, the proper care of the eponychium and the true cuticle is often a mystery. Neglected by clients and mistreated by techs, the cuticle area finds itself much maligned. Here we show you what's what and how to keep it all beautiful and healthy.

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What's the Diagnosis: Dry Skin or Athlete's Foot?

by Suzette Hill

Think someone with athlete's foot would never come in for a pedicure? Think again. What you and your clients describe and treat as dry skin might actually be a mild, but still contagious, case of athlete's foot.

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See Spots Run

by Harvey Abrams, M.D.

Age spots — discoloration of the skin due to sun damage — provide an excellent opportunity for you to educate your clients about treatment options, suggest products and services, and begin treatment in the salon.